1974 Austin Marina vs. 1975 Lamborghini Urraco

To start off, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Marina would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 490 kg more than 1974 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Austin Marina 1975 Lamborghini Urraco
Make Austin Lamborghini
Model Marina Urraco
Year Released 1974 1975
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1798 cc 2462 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2460 mm


 

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